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Home of the Week Nov. 10: French country style residence boasts old world exterior with modern sensibilities

Constructed in 2010, “This elegant, French country inspired home has an impressive old world exterior and modern interior design that blends style and grace to create a truly outstanding find,” says Realtor Ann Hall.

Constructed in 2010, “This elegant, French country inspired home has an impressive old world exterior and modern interior design that blends style and grace to create a truly outstanding find,” says Realtor Ann Hall. The home boasts nearly 3,700 square feet of living space including a formal living room, a home office, a formal dining room, a large great room and upstairs playroom. With it’s locale in the prestigious Seville subdivision, homeowners are near to Bayou Texar, the Cordova shopping areas, fabulous schools, the Pensacola International Airport and excellent medical facilities.

The stately brick façade, lush green landscaping kept nourished by a separate well and a stone paver walkway welcomes homeowners to the elegant entrance and into the grand foyer.

Off the foyer, a formal dining room is oriented on one side, and the home office with a wood-burning fireplace framed by a limestone mantel on the other. The spaces overlook the front lawn and offer privacy for working at home and enjoying meals together.

“Straight through the foyer leads you to the spacious great room with yet another limestone framed wood-burning fireplace as well as ceiling heights that soar to 14-feet with a tray ceiling. Two sets of French doors open from the great room to the newly renovated New Orleans inspired covered screened porch, which showcases Bevolo lanterns and cypress wood ceilings. The screened porch overlooks the well landscaped backyard as well as the saltwater swimming pool,” affirms Hall.

The stunning gourmet kitchen is an open space which adjoins the great room and includes bar seating in addition to a casual eat-in dining area. “The kitchen is complete with custom cabinets, a copper farmhouse sink, granite counter tops, and a decorative stone back splash,” notes Hall. Culinary enthusiasts will adore the stainless appliances and open space, allowing friendly interaction with guests while cooking.

A large master suite is found on the first floor, and includes a sitting area, abundant natural light and a private en-suite bath. The master bath includes marble countertops, travertine tile flooring, a separate shower and a large, whirlpool tub.

An additional bedroom with a full guest bath and authentic claw-foot tub is found on the first floor, along with a powder room and a laundry room.

“A wrought iron stairway leads to two upstairs bedrooms and a full bath complete with separate marble top vanities. Also upstairs is a large bonus room that could be used as a playroom/office or art studio,” says Hall.

Homeowners will enjoy relaxing times with friends and family indoors and outdoors at this fabulous East Pensacola residence. With upscale amenities and exquisite attention to detail, this is a gem in Seville of Cordova Park.